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HEY GIRLFrom Rock Bottom to Role Model: Lauren McDonough on Mental Health & Self-Worth#81: In this raw and deeply moving episode, Angie and Lara sit down with mental health advocate, model, and speaker Lauren McDonough. A bilateral amputee and suicide survivor, Lauren shares the powerful story behind her journey — from battling depression and PTSD since age 13 to becoming a voice of resilience, self-worth, and change for thousands online.Lauren opens up about the belief systems she’s outgrown, the daily self-care rituals that keep her grounded, and how she continues to show up authentically in a world dominated by highlight reels and influencer culture. We dive into her experience with self-sabotage, how...2025-06-2246 min

Crime Stories with Nancy GraceDIDDY TRIAL SCORE BOARD: WINNERS V. LOSERS, STARS V. SCARSA juror's vertigo ended another day of the sex trafficking trial for Sean “Diddy” Combs before it began, so jurors will return Friday after the trial pauses for Juneteenth holiday on Thursday. Prosecutors had expected to rest their case after presenting evidence for the last six weeks, but the juror delay means they are unlikely to finish until Monday. Sean Diddy Combs' federal racketeering and sex trafficking trial reveals a lot about the disgraced rap mogul. Text messages released as a part of the case exhibit an unexpected part of Combs' life: a list of his favorite sermon...2025-06-1842 min

Crime Stories with Nancy GraceDIRTY DIDDY TRIAL IN CHAOS, JUROR KICKED OFF? "RHINO-ERECTILE" PILLS CENTER-STAGEProsecutors seek to remove one of the jurors — Juror No. 6 — who Sean "Diddy" Combs' defense lawyers claim is among the panel’s Black members. It’s not clear what’s behind the prosecution’s request, though it has cited a "lack of candor." " Maurene Comey, one of the prosecutors, says, "We did not want to do this. We were compelled to do that." Combs ex-girlfriend identified by pseudonym "Jane" returns for her sixth day on the stand. Combs' defense has attacked Jane “up and down” trying to show she agreed to sex acts, by using Combs messages as alleged proof...2025-06-1242 min

Crime Stories with Nancy GraceDIDDY CAR BOMB HORROR: DESIGNER SCARF WICK, FINGERPRINTS "DESTROYED"Day 11 of Sean “Diddy” Combs’s sex trafficking and racketeering trial brings more testimony about the Molotov cocktail that burned rapper Kid Cudi's car back in January 2012, with a Los Angeles police officer and an arson investigator on the stand. Judge Subramanian denies Combs' bid for a mistrial. Combs' defense argues prosecutors improperly implied the hip-hop mogul destroyed evidence tied to an alleged arson. Defense lawyer Alexandra Shapiro contends the line of questioning by prosecutors is designed to suggest "Mr. Combs could buy his way out of this." Joining Nancy Grace today: Philip Dubé - Court-A...2025-05-2842 min

Crime Stories with Nancy GraceFREAK DIDDY Dresses As Muslim Woman, Nude From Neck Down At FreakoffToday's testimony included describing Diddy allegedly dressed like a Muslim woman during "Freakoffs." Sharay Hayes testifies he did not recognize the Diddy and Cassie Ventura, during their first “Freak Off.” On his next invitation, when he flipped on the TV, a welcome message for Mr. Combs appeared and Hayes, a fan, then put the pieces together. Hayes says he participated in maybe 8 to 12 “Freak Offs." Hayes says it was difficult to focus under Combs’ stare, and when he wasn’t able to perform, he was asked to leave. David James, one of Sean "Diddy" Combs assistants, testifies he ran into Su...2025-05-2141 min

Crime Stories with Nancy GraceDIDDY'S "OBAMA'S ECSTASY" HABIT LAUNCHES "OTHER WOMAN" DEFENSEDavid James, Sean Combs' former personal assistant, took the witness stand today, followed by Cassie Ventura's mother, Regina Ventura, and male exotic dancer Sharay Hayes, whose nickname is "The Punisher." James testifies about Diddy's dietary preferences, recalling a time in London where Combs "was not be happy" because the ketchup did not taste good. James says he was instructed by Combs to purchase food through Combs' company, but use cash to purchase items such as baby oil, personal lubricant and condoms. Regina Ventura testifies she documented daughter, Cassie's injuries, allegedly received at the hands of...2025-05-2042 min

Crime Stories with Nancy GraceDIDDY RAGE OVER "TOOTSIE ROLL" CLAIM & PR "FREE PUFFY" TEES REVEALSeveral woman testify to seeing abuse between Sean Combs and Cassie Ventura. During her testimony, Dawn Richards recounts an instance in which Combs allegedly threatens his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura and hit her with a skillet of eggs because she was not cooking fast enough. Ventura's former best friend, Kerry Morgan testifies police came to Cassie's apartment after the incident at the InterContinental hotel because of Sean Combs was banging on her door with a hammer. She also said she was only testifying because she was subpoenaed. Morgan was Ventura’s best friend for years until 2018 – when Combs allegedly...2025-05-1941 min

Crime Stories with Nancy GraceDiddy's 'Tootsie Roll' Revealed, Cassie Cross-ExamCasandra “Cassie” Ventura, the government’s star witness, took the stand today for the first day of cross-examination and faced questioning by Sean "Diddy" Combs’ $10 million defense team. She previously spent two days detailing the alleged physical, emotional, and sexual abuse she says she endured during her decade-long relationship with the disgraced rap mogul. At the center of Combs’ defense today was the claim that Ventura was never coerced into participating in "freak offs," as she testified earlier. The defense pointed to text messages, including one Ventura sent to Combs in 2009 that read, “I’m always ready to...2025-05-1543 min

Going West: True CrimeEmily Pike // 497In January of 2025, a 14-year-old Indigenous girl went missing without a trace from her home in Mesa, Arizona. Just weeks later, her dismembered remains were discovered on the side of a highway a few hours away. Investigators began to dive into a devastating homicide investigation, but it is still very much underway. This is the murder of Emily Pike.Sources:Blasius, Melissa, et al. “What Led up to Emily Pike’s Placement in Foster Care?” ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix (KNXV), ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix (KNXV), 15 Apr. 2025, https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/what-led-up-to-emily-pikes-placement-in-foster-care.DeYoung, Lauren, and Robert...2025-04-2548 min

Success Strategies for Dental Practice OwnersAchieving Your Dream of Dental Practice Ownership with Aspen"I just never thought in all my life that I would be not practicing dentistry with my hands and that I'd be working with others to help them fulfill their dreams of ownership." - Lauren McDonough Dr. Lauren McDonough, the Vice President for Practice Ownership Development at Aspen Dental, brings her rich experience as a former multiple practice owner to guide and mentor future dental entrepreneurs. She champions the idea that aspiring dentists should maintain an open mind and conduct thorough research when exploring opportunities, ensuring alignment with an organization that shares their values and v...2025-02-1233 min

Crime Stories with Nancy GraceLori Vallow Murder Trial Round 2?Lori Vallow Daybell, convicted in the deaths of her children, JJ and Tylee, as well as conspiracy in the death of Tammy Daybell, now faces trial in Arizona for the shooting death of her husband Charles Vallow. Ahead of that trial, Vallow asked for a competency hearing, which was granted. Two doctors concluded that Vallow was competent, and a judge ruled Vallow will stand trial for conspiring in the fatal shooting of fourth husband, Charles, and the attempted murder of her niece's ex-husband, Brandon Boudreaux. After the competency hearing, Vallow tells the judge she will represent herself...2024-12-1440 min

Behind the Awards with Eila Mell & Bruce GotliebCady McClain - 3 Time Emmy Winner Steps into Orson’s ShadowCady McClain joins us to discuss Orson’s Shadow now playing at Theater for the New City. Cady also takes us through her starring roles on All My Children, Days of Our Lives, As the World Turns and The Young & The Restless as well as her work in movies and television with Peter O’Toole, Bernadette Peters, Ted Danson and more.Also in this episode Lauren Bacall’s 1981 Tony Win for Woman of the Year. The cast announcement for Schmigadoon! At The Kennedy Center starring: Alex Brightman (Beetlejuice) as Josh Skinner, Sara Chase (The Great Gatsby) as Melissa G...2024-11-2251 min

The CodcastMassachusetts health care by the numbersThis week on The Codcast, John McDonough of the TH Chan School and Paul Hattis of the Lown Institute are joined by Lauren Peters, executive director of the MA Center for Health Information and Analysis. They discuss the center's role in informing public policy discussions, its involvement in the Steward saga, and a variety of significant trends in MA health care, including overall spending and the shortage of primary care physicians.2024-06-1722 min

Crime Stories with Nancy GraceKANSAS MOMS' BODIES STUFFED IN ICE CHEST, BURIED IN COW PASTURE, BLOODY CLOTHES, TASER, DUCT TAPENewly filed court documents reveal what investigators did to find the bodies of Veronica Butler and Jillian Kelley after they go missing en route to Butler's son's birthday party. OSBI, the FBI, and the Texas County Sheriff’s Department follow cell phone pings to find a horrific scene, a 10-foot-deep hole, eight and a half miles from Butler's abandoned car, in a pasture on farmland leased by Tad Cullum. Documents reveal investigators uncover a chest freezer, at the bottom of the hole. Once the freezer is open the search for Veronica Butler and Jillian Kelley ends...2024-05-2339 min

Crime Stories with Nancy GraceMOM SUZANNE SHOT WITH RHINO, ELEPHANT TRANQ HUBBY “SNEAKS” INTO MEMORIALSuzanne Morphew's death has been ruled a homicide by undetermined means. The toxicology report shows several drugs found in her system at the time of her death: Butorphanol, a synthetic opioid pain-killer, Azaperone, a sedative commonly used as a tranquilizer for pigs and elephants, and medetomidine, a sedative that can decrease an animal's heart rate, commonly used by veterinarians. According to a 2021 affidavit, Barry Morphew admitted to police that he frequently used BAM and other tranquilizers to sedate deer to remove antlers for his hunting business. However, BAM is the commonly used abbreviation for Butophanol, Azaperaone, and...2024-05-1038 min

Crime Stories with Nancy GraceSUZANNE MORPHEW SHOCK AUTOPSY: SHOT WITH TRANQUILIZERSMother's Day 2020: Mallory and Macy Morphew are on their way home from a camping trip. They text their mother, wishing Suzanne Morphew a "Happy Mother's Day." When they don't get a reply, Mallory calls Morphew's neighbors, Martin and Jeanne Ritter, explaining she hasn't been able to reach her mother. Jeanne Ritter goes next door to look for Suzanne Morphew. Martin Ritter calls Barry Morphew to tell him they can't find Suzanne. Barry Morphew tells Ritter to call 911. After three long years, Morphew's remains are found in Saguache County, in September 2023. Suzanne Morphew's death...2024-05-0143 min

The Unlaced Podcast with Jake Barker-DaishLauren McDonough Talks Surviving Suicide Attempt & Why She Is Out To Prevent Others #132 Trigger Warning - Suicide Is Spoke Of In This Episode.This might be the most moving episode and open conversation we have ever had on this show. Lauren McDonough shares her story of battling with mental illness and her attempt at suicide which she was incredibly lucky to escape. Her outlook on the mental health system in Australia was incredibly insightful as she talks through a taboo topic which this episode tries to normalise as suicide has touched many in society one way or another. We breakdown the difference between working through mental health and the...2024-04-2347 min

Self(ish) by frank bodyLauren McDonough on Self (Harm): How to take powerful steps toward mental strength.This episode comes with a content warning, we’ll be discussing suicide and self-harm and if this is not something that you’re able to consume right now, that’s absolutely fine. Take a listen to another podcast, or have a listen to one of our other Self(ish) episodes.If you or somebody you know is struggling at the moment, visit Beyond Blue’s Get Support page on their website which can connect you to a counsellor 24/7, as well as provide so many mental-health resources for every kind of situation.Laure...2024-03-2644 min

Co-Movement Gym PodcastJared and Lauren Burdick : Miles and Macros Running ClubThis week we are talking with Jared and Lauren Burdick, who started their company, Miles and Macros, three years ago with the intent to help people get the most out of their running and nutrition by providing them with training to help them meet their individual goals. Their programs feature half marathon, marathon, cycling, and strength workouts, all available using their app, in-person or virtual. In addition to that, they host three trail races at three different locations, which are all beginner friendly, but also challenging enough for the most experienced runner. I was introduced to Miles and Ma...2024-02-0639 min

Sick Of ItMost Popular Of 2023: Youth Mental Health - Lauren McDonoughThis episode features discussion on mental health and suicide, content that may be upsetting or triggering to some.2023 is coming to an end, so let's take a look back at the most popular episode of this year!Today Raimy speaks to mental health advocate Lauren McDonough all about her experience with mental health throughout her youth. If you need help, talking to your doctor is a good place to start. If you'd like to find out more or talk to someone else, here are some organisations that c...2023-12-3018 min

Comedy Fight ClubCFC 251 Comedy Fight Club Christmas EpisodeUNDERCARD BATTLES: Cassidy O'Malley vs Steve Pocaro Kyle Colorado vs Esther Forrester Sean McDonough vs Connor Daniels MAIN EVENT: CFC Christmas Carol JUDGES: Devon Hall Alex Grubard Patrick Haggerty Lauren Leroux Bobby Sheehan OFFICIALS: Mark Henely, Patrick Haggerty, Warren Simpson, Niko Pav DJ: Jesse Montanez HOST: Mark Henely Comedy Fight Club is brought to you by Manscaped. Go to Manscaped.com and use Promo Code "CFC20" for 20% off + free shipping Comedy Fight Club is recorded LIVE every Sunday in NYC. Not...2023-12-221h 04

Lauren InterviewsActor/Producer Neal McDonough (Yellowstone) talks about his new film...Veteran actor Neal McDonough joins Lauren Interviews to chat about his new film, SHIFT produced by Angel Studios (Sound of Freedom) and being a Christian in Hollywood. " SHIFT is now playing in theaters everywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-0417 min